Dwight Howard’s first half ejection has been a microcosm of his first season in LA.

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially hit rock bottom after the loss to the Toronto Raptors 108-103. The Lakers shot 43 percent from the field and only grabbed 37 rebounds, thanks in part to center Dwight Howard being ejected in the first half.

Frank Gore’s two touchdowns are a big reason the 49ers are headed to the Super Bowl.

One road win stood between the San Francisco 49ers, the Baltimore Ravens and a trip to the Super Bowl. The Niners rallied from 17 points down to blow past the host Atlanta Falcons 28-24. The Niners effort this week was more grit and less flash against a Falcons team who opened the game on a roll.

The Ravens heard all the retirement party reservations made for linebacker Ray Lewis. The party instead will be moved to New Orleans. The Ravens trailed 13-7 at the half, only to pitch a second half shutout against the New England Patriots on their way to a 28-13 victory.